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RetailNew York, United States51-200 Employees
Strand Book Store is a mid-sized, independent bookseller based in New York. Founded in 1927 on Fourth Avenue amid Book Row, it has endured as a landmark for book lovers and now operates from 828 Broadway in Manhattan. The business began with Ben Bass and has remained a family affair through successive generations, with Nancy Bass co-managing alongside her father. Historically, Strand functioned as more than a shop; it served as a gathering place where writers and readers could discover hidden treasures and engage with a broader literary community, contributing to its Greenwich Village prominence. In July 2025, Strand expanded with a new branch near Lincoln Center, after taking over a nearby space formerly occupied by Shakespeare & Co.